The primary function in this role is to maintain positive associations and clarity of communication with the public and mass media on behalf of the B.C. Green Caucus. This job incorporates a number of skills from different fields including communication, public relations, and journalism. The Research and Communications Officer is a combined role of 75% communications-related tasks and 25% research-related tasks.

This is a full time, permanent position.

Candidate must live in or be prepared to move to Victoria and have a willingness to travel occasionally within BC

Salary will be based upon experience.

Interested candidates should apply by email using the subject line “Research and Communications Officer Application” to Evan Pivnick, Chief of Staff at greencaucus@leg.bc.ca by August 23rd, 2019.

Rolling interviews will be conducted so prospective candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as a successful candidate may be chosen prior to the official closure of the application process.

Please include a cover letter and resume. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

Communications:

Support the Press Secretary by booking and attending media interviews, drafting press releases and speaking notes;

Monitor and manage social media accounts for MLAs;

Provide support for legislative session communications, including statements, questions and speeches;

Assist with the development of media briefs and issue memos;

Support ongoing development and implementation of the communication strategy including the development of performance metrics and reporting systems;

Prepare media scans to support the issue management process;

Provide assistance to MLAs on tours and media availabilities, as needed;

Coordinate issues and communication between Constituency offices and the legislature, including handling local issues and correspondence;

Other communication tasks as required.

Research and Policy:

Research specific issues or projects as required;

Research specific pieces of legislation for debate in the BC Legislature;